Lenôtre Kugelhopf ***

Rum-soaked raisins (see Chef’s Notes)

• Scant ½ cup (100 ml) water
• ½ cup

1. Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan and stir over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
2. Increase the heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the rum.
3. Put the raisins in a bowl and pour the syrup over them. Let soak for 1 hour, then drain.
4. To assemble the kugelhopf, lightly grease